Mossgate Primary School
Morecambe, LA3 2EE · Lancashire · primary school
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188th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.1/10 against 2,425 of them, against 5.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mossgate Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in athletics, hockey, rugby, netball, korfball, handball, dodgeball and rounders. They perform in the Nativity and Singing Assembly, and take part in the Lancaster and District Singing Festival. Year 5 pupils attend a Lakeside residential trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in reading?
What Ofsted said about Mossgate Primary School
Overview
Mossgate Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "calm and nurturing environment" where pupils thrive. The report highlights that children arrive "happy and eager to learn," supported by staff who maintain high expectations for academic achievement and personal development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" with clearly defined knowledge in the vast majority of subjects, enabling pupils to build a "secure body of knowledge over time."
- A "love of reading permeates the school," with a consistently well-taught phonics programme that helps pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "supported well by skilled staff" and achieve well, accessing the same curriculum and extracurricular activities as their peers.
- Pupils are "polite and well mannered," treating each other with kindness while enjoying opportunities such as residential trips and visits to local universities.
- Governors are "well informed about the work of the school," and staff appreciate the consideration given to their workload during changes.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the key knowledge pupils should learn is less clear, causing some to struggle to recall prior learning; the school must ensure teachers identify and emphasise important knowledge to help pupils build on what they know.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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